Chicago City Wire

Chicago Fire FC defender and captain Jack Elliott has been named to the MLS Team of the Matchday for Matchday 26. This recognition follows his performance in a 2-0 victory against CF Montréal. Goalkeeper Chris Brady also earned a spot on the bench after securing his second shutout of the season.

Elliott scored his first goal for Chicago Fire FC during the match, marking his 11th career goal. His defensive contributions were crucial in helping the team achieve its third clean sheet this season. This accolade is Elliott's first with Chicago Fire, having previously been recognized while playing for Philadelphia Union.

Chris Brady, a native of Naperville, Illinois, made his second appearance on the MLS Team of the Matchday this year. He achieved his third all-time shutout against CF Montréal and contributed to Chicago Fire's seventh road victory of the season.

The upcoming match for Chicago Fire will be an Eastern Conference rematch against New York Red Bulls at Soldier Field. The game is scheduled to kick off at 7:30 p.m. CT and will be followed by a concert featuring Chance the Rapper as part of the Summer Concert Series presented by Café Bustelo.

The match will be broadcast globally on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV and locally on WLS 890 AM and wlsam.com in English, as well as Que Buena Fire via the Uforia App in Spanish.